Comparison
Seestar S50 vs Origin Mark II
Origin Mark II has the wider field (1.32° × 0.75° vs 1.29° × 0.73°), so it frames large targets such as the Andromeda Galaxy more easily; Seestar S50 shows smaller objects at a larger scale. Of our 20 popular targets, Seestar S50 frames 9 well and Origin Mark II 8.
- Wider field: Origin Mark II.
- Lower official price: Seestar S50 ($549).
- Lighter: Seestar S50 (2.5 kg).
- Larger aperture: Origin Mark II (152 mm), which gathers more light per exposure.
| Spec | Seestar S50 | Origin Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 50 mm | 152 mm |
| Focal length | 250 mm | 335 mm |
| Native field of view | 1.29° × 0.73° | 1.32° × 0.75° |
| Targets framed well | 9 / 20 | 8 / 20 |
| Weight | 2.5 kg | 18.9 kg |
| Wide-angle camera | Not listed | Not listed |
| Mosaic mode | Not listed | Not listed |
| Official price | $549 | $4,299 |
Both frames on the same targets
Solid gold: Seestar S50. Dashed blue: Origin Mark II.
Where they differ
| Target | Seestar S50 | Origin Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| M104 Sombrero Galaxy | fits well | small in the frame |
Where to buy the Seestar S50
Where to buy the Origin Mark II
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Questions and answers
- Which is better for large targets, the Seestar S50 or the Origin Mark II?
- The Origin Mark II, because it has the wider field of view.
- Which frames more popular targets well?
- The Seestar S50 (9 of 20, against 8).
- Which is cheaper?
- The Seestar S50, at an official price of $549.
- Which is lighter?
- The Seestar S50, at about 2.5 kg.